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This concurrent resolution formally recognizes September 2025 as "Prostate Cancer Awareness Month" in Delaware, highlighting the significance of prostate cancer as a serious health issue. The resolution provides detailed context about prostate cancer, including its prevalence and risk factors, noting that it is the second most common cancer among men in the United States, with approximately 299,010 new cases expected nationwide in 2024 and an estimated 1,320 new cases in Delaware. The document emphasizes that the risk of developing prostate cancer increases with age, particularly for men over 50 and African-American men, and underscores the importance of early detection, pointing out that with early diagnosis, the survival rate is approximately 98%. The resolution also mentions that the Prostate Conditions Education Council recommends baseline screening at age 40, which includes a Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) test and a Digital Rectal Exam, and notes that light blue is the official color representing prostate cancer awareness. By designating this month, the resolution aims to increase public awareness, encourage screenings, and promote research about prostate cancer.

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